Cultivation
Hydrangea arborescens L.
Hydrangea arborescens is a moisture-loving crop that requires uniform soil moisture for high-quality flowering. Irrigation is used as a tool to control stem strength and prevent the lodging of heavy inflorescences.
In the reference 3 varieties crop Smooth hydrangea, where this is mentioned in the description.
For smooth hydrangea, it is critically important to maintain consistently moist, but not waterlogged soil, as standing water leads to root rot. Excessive irrigation promotes overly vigorous growth, causing stems to become weak and unable to support the weight of the inflorescences, which necessitates the installation of supports.
The root system of the species lies close to the surface, so mulching with a 5-7 cm layer to retain moisture is an essential complement to irrigation. When organizing watering, it is necessary to avoid getting water on the leaves to minimize the risk of fungal diseases, giving preference to drip irrigation methods.
Unlike some other hydrangea species, the composition of irrigation water and soil pH do not affect the color of Hydrangea arborescens inflorescences, as the color is a genetically determined trait.
General information about the subject — on the page Irrigation.
Selection based on the description text, not on official evaluation: these data are absent from registers. For specific variety details, please refer to its profile.
Hydrangea arborescens L. · Smooth hydrangea
Information regarding the breeder received in the contribution to CPVO :McDaniel J. C.
Hydrangea arborescens L. · Smooth hydrangea
Information regarding the breeder received in the contribution to CPVO :Tyson S.
Hydrangea arborescens L. · Smooth hydrangea
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